Blistered Shishito Peppers Recipe
w/ citrus-pickled shallots, chile threads & shaved garlic chips, served w/ lemon aioli
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Blistered Shishito Peppers
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Pickle the Shallots
Thinly slice the shallots and place them in a small bowl. Add lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and let sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
- 2
Make Lemon Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, garlic powder, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and set aside.
- 3
Blister the Peppers
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shishito peppers and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the peppers are blistered and charred.
- 4
Serve
Transfer the blistered peppers to a serving plate. Top with citrus-pickled shallots, garnish with chile threads, and serve with lemon aioli on the side.